Der Auftrag
Example: Der Auftrag für das neue Schulprojekt wurde gestern vergeben.
Definition
"Der Auftrag" refers to a formal assignment or commission given to an individual or organization to complete a specific task or project, often within an educational or professional context, such as a school project or work order.
Etymology
The word "der Auftrag" comes from the German prefix "auf-" meaning 'upon' or 'on' and "Trag" derived from the verb "tragen" meaning 'to carry.' Originally, it signified something carried out or undertaken, evolving into its current meaning of a commission or task to be carried out.
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"Der Auftrag" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Education - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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